Instead of funding the pet industry, donate to help starving children.
And if your lonely have some meaningful human interactions, join a club or a big brother club, don't get a slave pet for your deficiencies.

@androidlove No one asked for your opinion on owning a pet but thanks for showing how little compassion you have for other living species. There are lots of pets out there that need a home, food and love. Caring for pets and "starving children" don't have to be mutually exclusive.